Details: This is a combination of stories and an introduction to Yoga for young children in a playful and imaginative way. The name of the game is to have fun with books, get energized, and mimic nature.

Details: Join us for our official Summer Reading kick-off with CCPL's very own 4th annual Comic Con! C4, the Charles County Comic Con, will be packed with awesome fandom adventures: get free comic books, dress up in your favorite Cosplay, join the discussion in a comic book debate, try your hand at fandom trivia or "Name that Fandom Tune," win some prizes from the prize room, and much more! It'll be great fun for all ages!

Details: Join us for our official Summer Reading kick-off with CCPL's very own 4th annual Comic Con! C4, the Charles County Comic Con, will be packed with awesome fandom adventures: get free comic books, dress up in your favorite Cosplay, join the discussion in a comic book debate, try your hand at fandom trivia or "Name that Fandom Tune," win some prizes from the prize room, and much more! It'll be great fun for all ages!

Details: In this parody of a popular race around the world, teams will race to complete global challenges and be the first to plant their team flag. Learn Bollywood dance, water drumming, National Anthem matching, and more!

Description:CUDDLE TIME STORY TIME (WALDORF WEST LIBRARY)
Date: Mondays June 18, 2018 - August 2, 2018
Time: 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Details: This story time will introduce a love for books, songs, movement and playful activities. It is designed for children ages birth to 24 months and their parents. This is a 20 minute program.
Library: CCPL / West Branch
Event Type: Parent/Child
Age Group: Birth - 2
Registration: Not Required
Cost: Free
More Information: Charles County Library Event Link

TODDLER SUMMER STORY TIME (WALDORF WEST LIBRARY)
Date: Monday's June 18-July 30, 2018
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Details: This story time encourages emerging literacy skills through books, songs, fingerplays, and flannel board stories. It is designed for 2 and 3 year olds and their parents. This is a 30 minute program that includes a simple craft.
Library: CCPL / West Branch
Event Type: Parent/Child
Age Group: 2 - 3
Registration: Not required
Cost: Free
More Information: http://host.evanced.info/charles/evanced/eventcalendar.asp

Details: Can you think on your feet, team up, use creativity, and complete the challenge? Come play Minecraft with us and find out! Must be able to use a mouse and keyboard commands, and be familiar with how to play Minecraft (we will not use the tutorial). Ages 8-11. Registration opens 2 weeks before the program.

Are you a bird lover? Joins us to learn about owls and raptors ( birds that hunt other animals ). You'll have the opportunity to meet birds from Raptor's Eye, a bird rescue rehabilitation and educational center.

Library: CCPL / La Plata Branch

Other Information:

Ticketed Event - Summer Reading is a popular time for us. To allow for the best attendance possible, we will be handing out tickets to our most popular events starting 1 hour before programs noted as Ticketed Events. Customers must be present in person to receive a ticket and will be distributed on a first come, first served basis.

CUDDLE TIME STORY TIME (WALDORF WEST LIBRARY)
Date: Wednesday's June 20, 2018 - August 1, 2018
Time: 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Details: This story time will introduce a love for books, songs, movement and playful activities. It is designed for children ages birth to 24 months and their parents. This is a 20 minute program.
Library: CCPL / PD Brown
Event Type: Parent/Child
Age Group: Birth - 2
Registration: Not Required
Cost: Free
More Information:
More Information: Charles County Library Event Link

Location: CCPL / Waldorf West
Details: Making a name for yourself in the graffiti scene is no easy feat, but receiving recognition from the larger art scene is an even greater challenge. Learn from Leah, who will show you how to merge art, design and graffiti into one unique composition. The graffiti produced at this event will hang in the library permanently so bring your most creative ideas

Location: CCPL / P.D. Brown Branch
Details: Making a name for yourself in the graffiti scene is no easy feat, but receiving recognition from the larger art scene is an even greater challenge. Learn from Leah, who will show you how to merge art, design and graffiti into one unique composition. The graffiti produced at this event will hang in the library permanently so bring your most creative ideas

Details: Everybody on the farm has a favorite song. Join Old Farmer MacDonald, his wife Mrs. MacDonald, Daisy the Cow, Simon the Pig and all your favorite friends from the farm for a fun and energetic singalong that brings everyone together. From tunes like “Camptown Races” to classic nursery rhymes like “Hey Diddle Diddle,” this fun interactive show has a strong character message of sharing and caring for others. Presented by Bright Star Touring Theatre.

Details: Everybody on the farm has a favorite song. Join Old Farmer MacDonald, his wife Mrs. MacDonald, Daisy the Cow, Simon the Pig and all your favorite friends from the farm for a fun and energetic singalong that brings everyone together. From tunes like “Camptown Races” to classic nursery rhymes like “Hey Diddle Diddle,” this fun interactive show has a strong character message of sharing and caring for others. Presented by Bright Star Touring Theatre.

Details:We'll have you laughing in the aisles with this production of Pinocchio and Robin Hood. Packed with audience interaction, this adventure is brimming with character education lessons, audience participation and plenty of puns to bring these literary classics to life in an unforgettable fashion. Presented by Bright Star Touring Theater.

Details: Folk songs and folktales from across America come to life in this music-filled adventure. We’ve delved deep into American literature from the Jack Tales of the Appalachian region to the fishing docks of New England and have created a vibrant and energetic show that seamlessly blends these fantastic regional stories with classic American folk songs like “Shenandoah” and “Shady Grove.” Presented by Bright Star Touring Theatre.

Details:We'll have you laughing in the aisles with this production of Pinocchio and Robin Hood. Packed with audience interaction, this adventure is brimming with character education lessons, audience participation and plenty of puns to bring these literary classics to life in an unforgettable fashion. Presented by Bright Star Touring Theater.

Details: Folk songs and folktales from across America come to life in this music-filled adventure. We’ve delved deep into American literature from the Jack Tales of the Appalachian region to the fishing docks of New England and have created a vibrant and energetic show that seamlessly blends these fantastic regional stories with classic American folk songs like “Shenandoah” and “Shady Grove.” Presented by Bright Star Touring Theatre.

Are you ready? Detention in Professor Vector's office, time to escape! Players use clues, solve puzzles and break the spell to escape detention.
Can you beat the clock? Wear your robe and bring your wand. Registration required!

Jack and Kitty are an award-winning duo who describe their unique sound as "organic vaudeville folk;" its organic and acoustic with nothing but positive vibes. Be prepared to have a blast as you dance to their unique beat!

Lets get ready to start Kindergarten (or PreKindergarten)! Well read stories about school, make crafts, learn how to stay healthy and safe at school, and take a practice ride on a real school bus! Registration opens 2 weeks before program.